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Definition of grindle

grindle

/ˈɡɹɪn.dəl/
grin · dle
Plural:grindles
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grindle Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A primitive, predatory bony fish (Amia calva) native to the freshwater lakes and rivers of eastern North America, known for its long dorsal fin and ability to gulp air at the surface.

Example

"The angler was surprised to reel in a large grindle from the murky, weed-choked waters of the bayou."

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• Rhymes for grindle

• Nearby Words

grille
grime
grindelia
grindle
grindstone
grits
grizzly

Word Origin & Etymology

American English, of uncertain origin. Used predominantly as a regional colloquialism in the Southern United States.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grindle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grindle
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